Black Forest Ground Beetle vs Violet Dropwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Forest Ground Beetle | Violet Dropwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pterostichus niger | Trithemis annulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Carabidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 16–24 mm | 32-38 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Africa, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Forest Ground Beetle
A large jet-black ground beetle common in European forests and damp woodlands. It is one of the largest Pterostichus species in its range.
Did You Know?
Despite being flightless, it can cover surprisingly large distances on foot during its nightly foraging walks.
Violet Dropwing
A stunning dragonfly where mature males turn deep violet-purple with red wing veins. It is expanding its range northward into southern Europe.
Did You Know?
It has colonized southern Europe from Africa and continues to spread north as temperatures warm.